Hekinan Seaside Aquarium

Hekinan Seaside Aquarium sits in a waterfront park and displays hundreds of marine species across multiple exhibition spaces. The facility features various tanks that show fish, invertebrates, and sea creatures from different ocean regions and depths.

The facility was established in 1982 as a marine education center for the local area. It has grown to become an important place where people learn about ocean life and coastal ecosystems.

The place shows how people in the region connect with the ocean and its creatures through hands-on displays. Visitors can learn about the fishing traditions and marine life that have shaped local life for generations.

The park stays open year-round and offers shaded areas where you can rest between viewing different tanks. Plan to spend at least a couple of hours exploring the various exhibits and reading the information displays.

The facility cares for long-lived salamanders that can reach over 100 years old and took many years to find. These rare animals arrived through international cooperation and show how different countries work together for conservation.

Location: Hama-machi

Official opening: July 4, 1982

Website: https://city.hekinan.lg.jp/aquarium

GPS coordinates: 34.88016,136.98197

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:30